Job Description – Officer III (Plant Planning)

Position Title:

Officer III – Plant Planning

Department:

Production Planning & Control (PPC)

Reporting To:

Manager – Planning / PPC Head

Key Responsibilities:

1. Production Planning & Scheduling
   • Prepare and release daily, weekly, and monthly production plans as per the Integrated Production Plan (IPP).
   • Ensure timely scheduling and handover of production plans to all manufacturing shops.
   • Monitor plan adherence and take corrective actions to achieve production targets.
2. Machine Loading & Capacity Planning
   • Coordinate with shop floor teams for effective machine loading and optimum utilization of resources.
   • Address critical and special production requirements by aligning machine capacity and manpower availability.
   • Identify bottlenecks and recommend corrective measures for smooth production flow.
3. Material Requirement Planning (MRP)
   • Prepare and maintain Material Requirement Planning (MRP) for production requirements.
   • Ensure timely availability of raw materials, consumables, and bought-out items.
   • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with concerned departments to avoid shortages.
4. Raw Material Monitoring
   • Track steel and other raw material availability against production requirements.
   • Coordinate with the Procurement team for timely material procurement and delivery.
   • Monitor material consumption and update planning records accordingly.
5. Cross-Functional Coordination
   • Coordinate daily with the Raw Material Yard for receipt and availability of raw materials.
   • Liaise with the Quality Control team for timely inspection and clearance of incoming materials.
   • Coordinate with the PPC/Design team for availability of sketches, drawings, and production documents.
   • Ensure seamless communication between Planning, Production, Procurement, Quality, and Stores teams.
6. MIS & Reporting
   • Prepare daily production planning reports, material status reports, and progress updates.
   • Analyze production variances and provide recommendations for improving planning efficiency.
   • Maintain planning records and ensure data accuracy in ERP/MIS systems.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of Production Planning & Control (PPC).
• Understanding of Material Requirement Planning (MRP).
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and machine loading.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Excel.
• Strong coordination and communication skills.

Qualification:

• B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical/Production/Industrial Engineering) or equivalent.

Experience:

• 5–8 years of experience in Production Planning, PPC, or Manufacturing Planning functions.